Data Science & Engineering Lead
Hybrid
Full Time
#Engineering
#E Commerce
#Data Science
#AWS RedShift
#CDP
#Data Analytics
#Machine Learning
#Data Governance
#Design
#Messaging
#Data Infrastructure Management
#Marketing Technology
At Cashrewards, we take pride in being Australia’s most popular cashback platform. We serve a community of over 2 million members and partner with more than 2,000 major brands, including Apple, Amazon, and Myer. As a fully Australian-owned company backed by 1835i, we are committed to growth and social impact, notably donating 1% of all redeemed cash to the Starlight Children's Foundation. Our team culture is a point of pride, earning us a certification as a Great Place to Work. We are currently looking for a Data Science & Engineering Lead to join our team in Australia and help us shape the future of our data strategy.
Key outcomes
- Direct the development and deployment of machine learning models that align with our core business goals.
- Build and refine the personalization models that define the user experience for our members.
- Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of data engineers to foster innovation and professional growth.
- Formulate and execute data strategies that prioritize scalability, efficiency, and strict regulatory compliance.
- Partner with cross-functional departments to identify their data requirements and deliver effective technical solutions.
- Supervise the architecture and maintenance of our data infrastructure, including ETL processes and data pipelines.
- Establish robust data governance policies to guarantee security, privacy, and compliance.
- Oversee resource allocation, project timelines, and budgets to ensure successful delivery of initiatives.
- Stay at the forefront of industry trends in data science and engineering to continuously improve our technical capabilities.
Requirements
- Extensive experience in a senior or head-level data leadership role.
- Proven success in managing and leading high-performing teams of data engineers.
- A strong background in crafting and implementing comprehensive data strategies.
- Technical proficiency in data infrastructure management, pipeline design, and messaging processes.
- Expertise in data governance, with a focus on security and regulatory compliance.
- Hands-on experience with AWS Redshift, CDP technologies, and modern data frameworks.
- Deep knowledge of data analytics and machine learning applications.
- Strategic mindset with the ability to manage multiple large-scale projects simultaneously.
- Familiarity with Marketing Technology (Martech) platforms and their practical application.
- Fluency in English.
Compensation
We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your professional and personal well-being. These include:
- Hybrid work arrangements with the ability to work from anywhere in the world for up to 90 days per year.
- Comprehensive insurance coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Generous maternity and paternity leave policies.
- Paid time off and dedicated birthday leave.
- Opportunities for professional development.
- Wellness perks such as free access to Headspace and discounted fitness classes.
- Additional benefits including double cashback offers and early finishes on Fridays.
How to apply
If you are ready to help us steer our data initiatives into the future, we invite you to apply. Please visit our careers page to submit your application and join our team.
